The Reds plan to 'adopt' Alice Springs and FICA (an autonomous body under the wider Football Federation Northern Territory), as a secondary fan base by promoting game development and community activities in the region, and exposing the Adelaide United and A-League brands.

The Reds' travelling party includes captain Travis Dodd, who is a mentor for Football Federation Australia's Indigenous Football Program, vice-captain Lucas Pantelis, defenders Iain Fyfe and Michael Marrone as well as former Socceroos representatives Tony Vidmar and Carl Veart, who are both part of United's coaching staff.

The trip will include visits to local schools, the town hospital and Indigenous communities, as well as meetings with government officials, local businesses and football clubs in the region.

Adelaide United CEO Sam Ciccarello says the club is excited by the prospect of raising the game's profile in the Northern Territory, and establishing ties with Alice Springs and FICA.

 "This relationship is a fantastic opportunity to introduce football supporters in Alice Springs to the Hyundai A-League and Adelaide United," Ciccarello said.

"We believe it will provide terrific benefits for both parties, and help to expand interest in the game and Adelaide United beyond South Australia."

Under the umbrella of Adelaide United's Red Zone Community program, the club will assist with the growth of grass roots participation in Alice Springs with a long term view to identifying future talent.

Over 1000 players are currently registered to FICA and Adelaide United will look to communicate FICA's motto, 'The Spirit of Football', to the broader Alice Springs community, the town with a population of over 27,000.